Senior Field Security Associate

The Office of Staff Security (OSS) is responsible for providing leadership on security policy management and Mission operational support to enable effective implementation and delivery of IOM programmes and activities, while managing security risks at acceptable levels.

Under the direct supervision of the Field Security Officer (FSO) in Niger, and technical supervision of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in Dakar, and the administrative supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM a.i.), the  Field Security Associate will be responsible for providing specialized support to enable IOM’s activities and assist the Field Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management. 

The Field Security Associate will support the Field Security Officer in establishing and maintaining an appropriate an appropriate level of security awareness in IOM Niger. 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with country United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) office, host government agencies, and local authorities responsible for security, in order to obtain up-to-date security-related information that is beneficial to the Niger. 
  • Assist the Field Security Officer in the Niamey in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in Niger. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation. 
    • Support the Field Security Officer in the Niamey in the development and implementation of IOM Country Office-specific security plans including contingency and emergency response plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including providing security-related inputs into the Business Continuity Plan (BCP). 
      • Assist the Field Security Officer in Niamey with the conduct of the Security Risk Management (SRM) and the monitoring of the security measures implementation as recommended in the Security Risk Management (SRM) process for the area of operation, in close coordination with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS). 

         

        • Provide support in conducting security evaluations and provide advice on Residential Security Measures (RSM) to IOM personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security. 

           

          • Support the effective management of the Country Office Warden system, by maintaining updated staff lists, including call sign lists, and ensuring the overall operability of communications systems particularly SCAAN. Assist in ensuring that all relevant safety and security information is disseminated in a timely manner to IOM personnel. 
            • Assist in reporting security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in Niger. This includes providing support in the preparation of security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports. 

               

              • Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned IOM personnel in the duty station. Conducts security briefings, as required. 

                 

                • Maintain an orderly filing system for confidential correspondence, security files/documents. This includes maintaining a database on contact details of country UNDSS office and host country security authorities. 

                   

                  • In coordination with the Field Security Officer in Niamey, implement IOM Niger security measures, verify that access control procedures are effective, and propose any necessary improvements.

                     

                    • Provide assistance in the conduct and follow up of investigations and incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises and assets.

                       

                      • Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security offices and residences to facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force. 

                         

                        • Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

                          Required Qualifications and Experience

                          EDUCATION

                          • University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experience;
                          • Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience. 

                            EXPERIENCE

                            • Relevant professional experience in the humanitarian, public, private or corporate sector is desirable; 
                            • Experience in such areas as security programmes, risk assessments, or analysis is desirable; 
                            • Experience in operational security risk management, investigations or physical security is desirable; 
                            • Experience in the use of radio communications is desirable, and;
                            • Successful completion of the UNDSS Field Security Associate (FSA) course is desirable.

                              SKILLS

                              • Ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and r relevant stakeholders is an advantage;
                              • Ability to work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, and; 
                              • Excellent oral and written skills. Listens actively and responds effectively. 

                                 

                                Languages

                                📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

                                ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

                                REQUIRED

                                For this position, fluency in Fench is required (oral and written).

                                DESIRABLE

                                Working knowledge of English 

                                Competencies

                                The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

                                VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
                                
                                Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

                                Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

                                Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

                                Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

                                Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
                                
                                 

                                CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators –  Level 2
                                
                                Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

                                Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

                                Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

                                Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

                                Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.